Garfield Sculpture Project Kick Off Party!
The Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation and Most Wanted Fine Art announce the launch of a Scattered Site Sculpture Project for Garfield Greenzone. The inaugural sculpture was funded by the Duolingo Community Arts Program Grant. The Kick Off Party is scheduled for Sunday Sept 15th from 1 to 5pm at 225 N. Fairmount st. 15206. In addition to the first sculpture being unveiled, there will also be art cars, snacks, hands on activities, and a School Supply Give away.
Families with Children 5 to 19 can sign up for school supplies. Students must live in Garfield, Bloomfield, Friendship, or East Liberty. Supplies are limited and not guaranteed. Supplies have been collected by Mele’s Gifts & Most Wanted Car Club. Supplies will be distributed Sunday Sept 15 from 1pm-4pm at 225 N. Fairmount st. 15206 during the Garfield Sculpture Project Kick Off Party. Register for School Supply Giveaway https://tinyurl.com/bgcSupplies
More about the Project:
Most Wanted Fine Art (MWFA), in collaboration with the Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation (BGC), is launching a Scattered Site Sculpture Project in Garfield. This program centers around strategically placing sculptures within Garfield’s 30-acre Greenzone, which includes farms, gardens, parks, and undeveloped land to bridge the Penn Ave Arts & commercial district with the community, promoting interconnectedness and cultural engagement. Integrating art from Penn Avenue, a hub of the 25-year arts initiative, with the emerging Greenzone program, encourages exploration and connection. Visitors stroll through the scenic Greenzone, transitioning from art to nature, emphasizing the link between art, community, and environmental stewardship.
In July 2024, Jason Sauer was announced as a recipient of the Duolingo Community Arts Program grant, enabling him to launch the initiative with this first vibrant sculpture. The first piece, made from smashed demolition derby cars, was installed with the help of BGC’s Greenzone Learn & Earn Students, part of a program that provides meaningful employment for low-income youth (ages 14-21) in Garfield and surrounding neighborhoods.
The project aims to engage local children in environmentally-themed sculpting workshops, adding their creations to the Scattered Site Sculpture Program. Stay tuned as we continue this journey to inspire environmental stewardship and lasting community change!
Learn more about the Duolingo Community Arts Grants program & the other winners! https://blog.duolingo.com/community-arts-grant-winners-2024
